What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pulmonary Technologist position at Johns Hopkins Medicine?
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Pulmonary Technologist
Johns Hopkins Community Physicians (JHCP) is one of the region's largest primary and specialty care networks, bringing the expertise and standards of Johns Hopkins Medicine directly into the communities we serve. Here, your clinical skills help patients breathe easier, quite literally, every single day.
Training Location: You will train at Sibley Memorial for 6 /- months: 5215 Loughboro Rd , Washington DC, 20016
Permanant location: 7171 Cardinal Lane, Falls Church, VA
Job Summary:
As a Pulmonary Technologist, you will measure, analyze, and record pulmonary function procedures and perform non-invasive cardiac diagnostic testing for patients on care units, in the department, and in the outpatient clinic. Working under the direction of a physician and the laboratory coordinator/manager, you'll serve as a go-to resource within the Pulmonary Laboratory, performing routine pulmonary function testing and cardiac monitoring independently. You'll implement quality assurance and quality control programs, train new employees, troubleshoot equipment issues, and help ensure adherence to Joint Commission and regulatory standards. You'll also participate in educational and clinical programs, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and attend continuing education seminars to stay current in your field.
Who Should Apply
- High School diploma or GED with certificate in respiratory therapy OR Associate's degree in respiratory therapy OR Bachelor's degree in health science or biology required.
- One year (12 months) experience in a pulmonary function lab, preferably in an academic/research environment.
- CPR (BLS) certification required.
- Credentialing through the N.B.R.C. as a respiratory care practitioner or pulmonary function technologist required (certification and/or registry). Must maintain certification throughout employment. If not credentialed, must become credentialed within 2 years of employment.
What Awaits You
Johns Hopkins offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and career growth, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings plans, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.
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Salary Range: Minimum 24.91/hour - Maximum 41.12/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.
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